Peace lily houseplants can be slightly fussy when it comes to blooming, much like other indoor plants, and they need the perfect conditions to do so. If they’re not given suitable conditions, their leaves may turn brown, and they may not even flower. Luckily, according to florist David Denyer from Eflorist, there is one trick to make them bloom for longer.
The expert said: “With the right care, a peace lily can last for five years or more, but the individual flowers can bloom for 12 weeks or more with this one trick: deadheading. As soon as the bloom starts to fade, trim it off at the base.
“This encourages the plant to put its energy into producing fresh flowers rather than keeping old ones alive. Think of it as giving your plant a little refresh.”
Another factor that affects the blooming period includes temperature stability, according to the expert.
This is because peace lilies hate extreme conditions, so keeping them away from radiators, air conditioning units, and drafts will help them to stay strong.
David added: “These plants love consistency, if they’re thriving in one spot, don’t move them around too much.”
Whilst deadheading and keeping the temperature stable are imperative, the right kind of water is also “essential” for healthy houseplants.
The expert said: “Most people make this one mistake that can stop peace lilies from flowering, and it’s not using the right kind of water. But this is essential.
“Tap water often contains chlorine and fluoride, which can cause brown leaf tips and stress the plant over time. Filtered or distilled water is the best choice to keep the leaves lush and the flowers vibrant.”
Don’t water on a schedule either, just simply check the soil to see if the top inch or two are dry and if they are, water.
You can also feed peace lilies throughout the growing season with a balanced fertiliser for healthy blooms.
It gives the plant the nutrients it needs to push out fresh blooms, but it’s important not to overdo it. Too much fertiliser can do more harm than good.